Acquisition / Buying Art

In concert with your collecting objectives we source the artwork for you from an extensive local and international network of reputable galleries, dealers, and auction houses. As a means of maintaining our high standards of professionalism, we undertake all due diligence on your behalf, ensuring the work you are seeking to acquire is as represented by the seller and adheres to a stringent authentication process. Additionally, this affords you pay a fair and reasonable market price. We guide you through the acquisition process, from assessing condition reports to negotiating the transaction to transporting the work to your preferred premises.

In brief, we provide:

Access to high quality art from leading galleries and auction houses

Negotiation of private transactions

An opinion and recommendation on existing or proposed acquisitions

Impartial yet informed advice based on price research and due diligence

Coordination of transport, storage and installation

Deaccession / Selling Art

For some, the prospect of deaccessioning or selling an artwork or collection can be somewhat daunting. Traditionally, the art market can be viewed as rather opaque in terms of locating an appropriate venue or buyer, and ascertaining a market ready price. We can provide you with recommendations for selected avenues through which to sell your artwork or collection, whilst at the same time, remaining mindful of your financial objective.

In brief, we provide:

A sales and marketing strategy

Negotiation of private transitions

An opinion and recommendation on existing or proposed sales

Impartial yet informed advice based on price research and due diligence

an extensive local and international network of auction houses, specialists and appraisal firms

Management / Audit

An essential component in maintaining the value, condition and ultimately, integrity of your collection, is professional asset management practices. By appointing Catherine Asquith Art your collection will benefit from a careful and considered approach.